Mini Range Rover: Maruti Suzuki has grabbed the attention of the automotive world with the release of its all new Brezza, a compact SUV that enthusiasts have already begun to refer to as the “Mini Range Rover” due to its premium design features and creature comforts.
This complete redesign adds even more to such a well-liked model and at the same time keeps the reasonable price that has been a consistent favorite in its category.
Mini Range Rover: Distinctive Design Evolution
Mini Range Rover The most noticeable thing about the new Brezza is the look of the vehicle from the outside and the design isn’t what we usually see in a car of this size and segment.
Up front is a commanding grille with suave black horizontal slats, accentuated by slimmer LED projector headlamps with signature daytime running light patterns.
The clamshell hood has a presence on its own, complete with power bulges, and gives it a more commanding look.
Down the sides, beefier character lines and more prominent wheel arches filled with fresh alloy wheels give the car a more purposeful look.
A contrasting, floating roof adds visual interest to the vehicle while architectural LED taillights and connected LED rear turn signals accentuate the rear and give the vehicle a premium appearance that both separates and positions the Range Rover Evoque as a premium SUV.
The outer makeover is so extensive that it lends the Brezza a far more upmarket look without completely sacrificing any of the compact dimensions that makes it so city friendly.
Thoughtful combination of stylings and every day usable form shows how Maruti has grown in its design confidence.
Premium Interior Experience
The cabin is equally transformed with a complete design and material dial to more aggressively challenge the segment expectations.
The layered dashboard adds in soft-touch materials at touch points, and a free-standing 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless smartphone integration takes its place on the center console.
The driver centric cockpit features a multifunction steering wheel covered in leather and a digital/analog cluster providing full driving information with Enhanced visibility.
Seating comfort is also better thanks to more supportive seats and better padding materials, and upper trims also come with leatherette upholstery and contrast stitching.
Well-considered premium touches added include an integrated wireless charging pad, ambient lighting with assignable colors, ventilated front seats and a panoramic sun roof option – things not previously available in this segment.
The net result is an interior which feels much more ‘high quality’ than the price of the car would have you believe.
Refined Powertrain Options
Mini Range Rover Powering the Brezza is a familiar 1.5-litre K-series engine which remains unchanged in terms of its displacement but has received improvements for better thermal efficiency and lower internal friction.
Powered by 1.3L dissimilar dynamic engine, which is a naturally aspirated engine, generates 103 hp and 138 Nm, the versatile engine achieves both good urban performance and low fuel consumption.
A pegamoid 5-speed manual and a fresh 6-speed automatic (complete with paddle shifters) replace the bland 4-speed of old among the trains.
The new automatic transmission is not only more efficient, but its gear spacing and quicker shift schedule are more sporty as well.
The higher spec models feature Maruti’s Smart Hybrid technology with a strong hybrid potential powered by a starter generator that ensures torque assist during acceleration and performs pure electric functions during deceleration which, when coupled with the engine start-stop provides better real-world fuel economy in traffic packed city driving conditions.
Technology Integration
In the technology department, the XL6 sets new segment benchmarks with its wide array of features from the bundled Suzuki Connect connected car technology solution.
This system provides remote start capabilities, pre-warm or pre-cool your vehicle, and in some cases vehicle location tracking and other features directly from your smartphone.
It has wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto, and the voice command system can respond to natural language commands to control several vehicular functions.
An upscale Arkamys audio system provides top-notch sound quality for an enriched on board experience.
Safety Kit is more clearly visible in the form of six airbags, electronic stability control, hill hold asst and a 360 degree camera system that gives an all round view during parking maneuvers.
There’s also driver assistance systems, like autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning and adaptive cruise control on premium models – features usually reserved for cars many multiples more expensive.
Driving Dynamics
Not forgotten, the Brezza is also fussed over with retuned suspension optimizing a delicate interplay between the ride comfort and handling precision.
The chassis benefits from greater structural rigidity, permitting the flexible element movement during high-performance driving, yet providing occupant protection in the event of a collision.
The calibration of the steering gives better feel and more response, while making it still as easy to use; this results in a more confident feel both driving in the city or on the highway.
Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) is significantly reduced through the use of more sound insulation materials and improve powertrain & suspension ones.
Overall ride is a bit more refined and adult than fits the vehicle’s slicked-up image, without significantly sacrificing the practicality, economy and any-weather security that remain core draws.
Market Positioning
With this extensive upmarket movement, Maruti Suzuki is likely targetting Brezza at an average joe buyer looking for feature-packed and good looking offerings, while not going for the top end price segments.
It’s the “Mini Range Rover”, and though it’s informal, that description does sum up the way this small SUV offers a level of luxury never before seen in this much smaller segment.
A well-designed variant lineup provides purchasers with a choice between modest entry models and well-provided premium versions so as to compete competently in the higher price bands in terms of equipment and comfort.
Mini Range Rover
The reborn Maruti Suzuki Brezza is a massive step forward as far as compact SUVs are concerned, proving that competitive pricing should not come at the cost of a good looking, feature-packed car.
The combination of high end qualities added to a car that gave the conservative Indian buyer exactly that, a car to think with your heart and your mind.
To our potential customers who are on the lookout for unique construction and several high-end features minus the high costs looking at the new Brezza below, we say that the new Brezza is currently a sweet deal that is all about maximizing value and an appealing proposition without giving up on the ownership experience.
It’s that kind of strategic placement that will help keep the model strong in the marketplace at a time when there is an overflow of offerings in this arena and Kia’s willingness to think out of the box by offering a package for the discriminating small car shopper.